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U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods took effect Saturday after negotiations collapsed, prompting Canada to promise 'dollar for dollar' retaliation. The escalating trade war casts a shadow over a major investment summit in Toronto next month, where leaders will pitch Canada to global investors amid uncertainty.
Unitree Robotics, the world's largest humanoid robot maker, surged more than 600% on its Shanghai debut, marking a milestone for China's robotics ambitions. The IPO was met with extraordinary retail demand, and the company is now valued at billions of dollars, amid a broader US-China race in robotics.
New polling suggests the EU's digital border system is affecting how nearly half of UK adults view travel abroad, with some considering staycations amid reports of five-hour queues. Travelers describe technical glitches and long waits, while industry groups and politicians call for intervention.
The world's oceans reached a new daily surface temperature record of 21.1°C on August 22, according to Copernicus data, with scientists attributing the unusual late-year peak to human-driven warming compounded by a strengthening El Niño. Europe's seas, including the Mediterranean, have also experienced extreme warmth, with researchers warning of severe impacts on marine life and coastal communities.
Canada will announce retaliatory tariffs against the United States on Tuesday, following the collapse of trade negotiations and the imposition of 50% U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney has accused Washington of trying to subordinate Canada, while President Donald Trump has threatened further tariffs and personal attacks on Canadian leaders.
A deep partial lunar eclipse will occur on Aug. 27-28, 2026, with about 96% of the moon entering Earth's umbra. Visible across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and parts of Asia, it will not be a true blood moon but will give the lunar surface a reddish or coppery hue. Observers in the Americas are best positioned, while those in India will miss the event.
Ceuta faces a severe humanitarian crisis as thousands of unaccompanied minors remain on its streets after a massive border crossing. In overcrowded conditions, children describe lacking basic facilities and facing risks of assault and exploitation, prompting calls for urgent protection measures.
A global meta-analysis of 149 studies involving over 71,000 people found that cannabis users develop psychosis earlier, with the gap widening significantly after age 30. The research challenges assumptions about the vulnerability of younger users, though authors caution this does not mean cannabis is safe for teens.
Jared Kushner met with Hamas political leader Khalil al-Hayya in Egypt and later with Israeli PM Netanyahu, signaling a new normal in US-Hamas direct talks. The meetings come amid a fragile Gaza ceasefire, a lapsed US-Iran memorandum, and ongoing settler tensions in the West Bank.
US long-term Treasury yields surged to levels not seen in nearly two decades as stalled US-Iran talks and oil price fears compounded fiscal concerns. The 30-year yield touched 5.321%, the highest since 2007, while global bond markets from Japan to Europe also saw sharp moves.
The United States and Canada failed to reach a trade deal, leading to the imposition of 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods. Canada announced matching retaliatory tariffs effective September 8, escalating tensions between the longtime allies.
Asian shares were flat on Monday as investors awaited details of threatened U.S. sanctions on Iran and braced for Nvidia's quarterly results. The Canadian dollar dipped amid a looming trade war, and gold prices climbed toward a record monthly gain.
Spotify, YouTube, LinkedIn, and others have removed millions of spammy AI-generated posts and tracks, but the companies are also investing in AI tools. The cleanup reflects a shift in user sentiment and platform policies, with some experts calling it a systemic challenge.
As conflicts disrupt key Middle East waterways, China has launched a regular container service via the Arctic's Northern Sea Route, aiming to cut transit times and reduce reliance on chokepoints like Hormuz and Malacca. Experts see the route as a seasonal supplement with geopolitical and environmental caveats.
The US diesel crack spread hit a record high above $100 a barrel this week as Middle East hostilities and Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian refineries tighten global fuel supplies. Analysts warn that even a quick peace may not ease the squeeze, with diesel prices driving up consumer costs worldwide.
A US citizen died after being struck by lightning while hiking on Sicily's Mount Etna, according to Italian media. The man, reportedly in his late 20s, was in a restricted area and later pronounced dead at a hospital in Catania. Authorities are investigating the incident.
Oil prices fell more than 1% on Monday as investors booked profits ahead of a US announcement on new sanctions against Iran. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is set to unveil what he calls an 'economic D-Day,' while analysts debate the effectiveness of the measures and the risk of Iranian retaliation.
New Russian legislation restricts consular services for dissidents abroad, while European countries tighten asylum and residency rules. Prominent critic Boris Nadezhdin describes fleeing to Paris.
NASA has shared video of the August 12 total solar eclipse taken from a WB-57 aircraft flying at 50,000 feet. The footage, captured with cameras developed at Langley Research Center, shows the eclipse's progression and a solar prominence, part of an effort to study the Sun's corona.
The United States has cancelled the Ssangyong amphibious landing exercise with South Korea, citing constraints on US forces due to the war in Iran. The move follows President Trump's order to scale back the separate Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise, raising questions about alliance reliability and prompting concerns in Seoul.